Who is Dr. Guss, Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon in Richmond, CA?
Dr. Joel Guss, MD is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, who primarily practices in Richmond, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Guss is fluent in English and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Guss’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Guss’s office at (510) 307-1500.
Is Dr. Guss board certified as a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Joel Guss, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology
What languages does Dr. Guss speak?
Dr. Guss and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
What conditions does a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon like Dr. Guss typically treat?
As a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Guss diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Guss. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Ear and Hearing Examination (Normal Findings)
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Normal Hearing Test
- Clear Ear Checkup
- Routine Audiology Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0110: Encounter for examination of ears and hearing without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Sensorineural Hearing Loss
- Nerve Hearing Loss in Right Ear
- Hearing Loss in Both Ears
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Nonsyndromic hearing loss
- Nerve Deafness
- Inner Ear Hearing Loss
- SNHL
- Permanent Hearing Loss
- Perceptive Hearing Loss
- Right Ear Sensorineural Deafness
- Inner Ear Hearing Loss Right Side
- Nerve Deafness Right Ear
- Bilateral Deafness
- Hearing Impairment Both Sides
- Poor Hearing in Both Ears
ICD-10 Codes:
- H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral
- H90A22: Sensorineural hearing loss, unilateral, left ear, with restricted hearing on the contralateral side
- H90A21: Sensorineural hearing loss, unilateral, right ear, with restricted hearing on the contralateral side
- H9193: Unspecified hearing loss, bilateral
Also known as:
- Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
- Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
- General Observation for Excluded Conditions
- Broad Diagnostic Observation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out
Also known as:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
Also known as:
- Hoarseness or Voice Changes
- Voice Disorder
- Hoarse voice
- Raspy voice
- Vocal cord dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- R490: Dysphonia
What procedures does a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon like Dr. Guss typically perform?
As a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Guss performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Guss. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Flexible Diagnostic Laryngoscopy
- Voice Box Exam
- Flexible Laryngoscope
- Throat Scope
- Diagnostic Throat Exam
CPT Codes:
- 31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic
Also known as:
- Vocal Cord Injection
- Larynx Injection
- Indirect Laryngoscopy with Injection
- Voice Box Injection
- Vocal Fold Injection
CPT Codes:
- 31513: Laryngoscopy, indirect; with vocal cord injection
Also known as:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Also known as:
- Tonsil and Adenoid Removal (Children)
- Pediatric Tonsillectomy
- Adenoidectomy for Kids
- T&A Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 42820: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; younger than age 12
Does Dr. Guss accept my insurance?
Dr. Guss accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 307-1500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Guss accept in Richmond, CA?
Dr. Guss in Richmond, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Guss' office located?
What is Dr. Guss's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Guss's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962568881.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Guss?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Guss
What is Dr. Joel Guss's specialty?
Dr. Guss is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon near Richmond, CA.
What does a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon do?
A Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon is a physician specialized in both aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the face, head, and neck. These surgeons may come from different backgrounds, including plastic surgery or otolaryngology (ENT), with additional training focused on procedures specific to the facial area. They perform surgeries to enhance facial appearance (facial plastic surgery) and to restore function and appearance following trauma, congenital conditions, or disease (reconstructive surgery). Their expertise includes procedures such as facelifts, rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery, and reconstructive surgeries for patients with facial deformities or after accidents. The goal is to improve both the aesthetic and functional outcomes for patients.
Is this Dr. Joel Guss affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Guss is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Kaiser Permanente - Walnut Creek Medical Center, Antioch Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Joel Guss accepting new patients in Richmond, CA?
Yes, Dr. Joel Guss is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joel Guss offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Guss's office at (510) 307-1500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joel Guss?
Please contact Dr. Guss's office at (510) 307-1500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joel Guss have?
Dr. Joel Guss is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.
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